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Customer Reviews for
XS Scuba Weight Pouch:

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XS Scuba Weight Pouch Review - Scuba Gear Customer Reviews
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LARRY C.
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this is a nice weight pouch, the velcro closure is secure. reclaimed lead shot can be found on line to fill the pouch, this makes for a very economical alternative to buying premade soft weights. reclaimed lead is often offered in a small 7.5-8 size which is nice for a comfortable fit against your body. the downside is that occasionally you may find the weight pouch working its way out of the weight belt pocket opening...this really depends on whos weight belt you are using. this generally doesnt happen often, just remember to remove and re the weight pouch if you see that the pouch is starting to migrate out of the belt pocket. i havent tried this yet, but perhaps a larger size split shot (eg 4-5) may reduce the migration tendency, or use a welt belt with smaller drain openings.

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XS Scuba Weight Pouch Review - Scuba Gear Customer Reviews
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Nathaniel V.
When you dont want to have a weight pouch filled with something you dont know, this is great. You can put in your own weight, and know exactly what is inside. The Velcro makes whatever is inside very secure.

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David F.
With this pouch, and the other pouches tailored to other weights, one can easily make up weights that are comfortable, accurate and easily handles without lead oxide or lead dust. The key to accuracy is an inexpensive digital kitchen scale which will let you meassure out weights to a fraction of an ounce. The key to avoiding lead oxide or lead dust is to use nickel-plated shot that is available from reloading supply outlets, albeit at a premium to ordinary lead shot. While more expensive than ordinary chilled shot, the cost is comparable with that of pre-molded lead weights. I recommend using a bit of fabric paint, available in craft stores, to clearly mark the weight in large lettering on the pouch.
The bags are sturdy, and with a double velcro closure, quite secure.

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Nice Weight Pouches
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Larry Chin
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This is a nice weight pouch. The velcro closure does securely hold the lead shot.
You can save quite a bit of money by filling these pouches with reclaimed (recycled) leadshot (available from several internet sources).

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Works great!
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David C.
After accidentally breaking open several pouches of soft weights, I found these pouches as a solution. They were just what I needed and worked very well. I have had some reclosable pouches for lead shot in the past but the velcro eventually got weak enough to let shot dribble out. The velcro in these pouches is quite a bit more robust, however, and I think they should last a long time.

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Dive weights on the Cheap
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Sean L.
After looking at other soft weights, and seeing the $4/lb price tage, this seemed like a no brainer. I bought 4 5lb bags, figuring I could adjust the weight as needed in each up to 5 lbs, then for about $50, had 25lbs of reclaimed lead shot shipped to my house. I cleaned off all the dirt and such, measured out the shot for each pouch, and the double velcro flap seemed to hold it all in pretty well. havent dove with them yet, but I dont foresee any differnces or problems coming up. And the ability to adjust the amount in the bag is nice (just because the pouch says 5 on it, doesnt mean thats whats in there).

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4 lb weight bags
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RICHARD Z.
With the large opening these bags were very easy to fill. Exactly what I needed

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Outstanding
Reviewer:
Rex H.
Went to gun store and got a bag of number 8 shotgun lead and used kitchen scale to fill bags. This way I can adjust the weight of the bag.

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Just a better way to carry weight
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Adam K.
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go ahead and make the investment. the fit better in you bcd, dont hurt (as much) when you them on your foot or the boat deck, you can take weight out of them if you need them to weigh less but still want the pouch, the weight amount is always readily identifiable, and they are not that much more expensive.

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XS weight pouches
Reviewer:
john g.
Very well constructed weight pouches for your BC. Easy to load and double velcro closure to prevent spillage of lead shot. Mesh allows easy rinsing after a dive.

Questions and Answers

Questions and Answers for
XS Scuba Weight Pouch:

George:

I got a weight belt and some diving weight pouch black 5lbs. And others. .how do I get them on the belt .i think I need something more.

Clarke(Certified Scuba Instructor at Scuba.com):

Hello George, Thank you for your inquiry! To make use of the XS Scuba Diving Weight Pouch you’ll need to purchase the XS SCUBA Cordura Diving Weight Belt which come is 4 pockets, 6 pockets or 8 pockets. http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear-154/044046/XS-Scuba-Cordura-Diving-Weight-Belt.html If you would like to place an order, please contact one of our certified Dive Instructors at SCUBA.com by calling 800-247-2822 <> 949-221-9300 or e-mail us at: info@scuba.com

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Allows pocket to be quickly added without having to slide over the end of webbing